by Marylouise Cartwright | Aug 15, 2012 | craft, Garden, kids, photos, relaxation
One of the best things about being a child is those times when you get to play “Grown Ups”. Let your kids use your digital camera. Give them some guidlines for use and let them roam free in your garden. Depending...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Aug 10, 2012 | daffodils, Garden, planning
What a great time of year to get out into the garden. Do it this weekend. Find a spot to sit and take in the warmer air. Contemplate your dream garden and consider ways to make it a reality. Take a small step this weekend even if it is just to...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Aug 7, 2012 | colour, cushions, Decor
Adding a splash of colour to an otherwise bland corner of your home can be as simple as a few cushions and some beads. Have fun with colour …. It doesn’t have to be permanent. Can you think of an area in your home or...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Aug 3, 2012 | apple, crumble, dessert, kids cooking, recipes
This is apple crumble with a difference. Do you have an apple corer in your kitchen that you bought for the kids to use in the hope that they would eat more apples… Well this is fun and easy to do. I usually make eight to ten at a time. So...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Aug 2, 2012 | artwork, Decor, frames, kids art
Very effective and very cheap. All you need for these is a frame (any colour) some leaves (I think gum leaves work well) and some chrome spray paint. They are easy to do you could even let the kids do them. How would they look done in a set of primary...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jul 23, 2012 | balls, Garden, sculpture, teak
I am always on the look out for something interesting to adorn my sanctuary. These teak puzzle balls are made of teak and are put together with dowels. They are durable, unusual and a great talking point. I think they are great …… My son calls...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jul 15, 2012 | cake, relaxation, sunny, tea party, winter
This week, invite a friend over for morning tea. Get outside and eat cake. The cold weather sees us entertain inside more often but the days are beautiful so find a sunny spot and enjoy. How do you recharge your batteries on these cold...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jul 12, 2012 | banana, morning tea, recipes
Have you got some bananas on the counter that are too ripe to eat? Well don’t throw them away and feel guilty about the waste. Try making these. They are super easy and when you get the text from a friend telling you they are dropping in….. you...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jul 2, 2012 | lunch pastry, pie, quick, recipes, snack
I love my slow cooker. I make two batches a week in winter and they provide may family with healthy quick meals for most of the week.Depending what I have conjured up, we eat these meals in a variety of ways. A favourite is these meat pies.When working with puff...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jul 1, 2012 | birdhouses, Garden, gardens for children, sculpture
I like to use sculpture in the garden to take attention away from problem areas. Bird houses are great. They make sense and add a little magic. Children love to walk through the garden with you and talk about what they see and imagine. Spend...
Introducing Marylouise Cartwright our Interior Designer. She has a natural flair for knowing what suits her client’s lifestyle and budget. She has a Diploma in Interior Design and over 20 years experience in renovation, design and colour consulting. She will work with you to find a suitable solution.